English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Entry 2 Speaking and Listening

Ref: C3127274

We will use real life situations to ask questions and get information, listen for the general idea and details, and give information about events in the past, present and future. We will use role plays to practice useful conversations, for example, at the doctor’s, in a job interview. We will work on ways to improve your pronunciation.

Course aim

This course will build on the speaking and listening skills you learned at Entry 1. This course leads to a City & Guilds Entry 2 Speaking and Listening qualification.

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

You will need to talk to a member of staff and do a short activity to make sure the course is right for you. For more information and to book an appointment please call 0300 303 3464

You must be able to ask for and give simple information, follow simple instructions, and listen for information in everyday situations.

By the end of the course I should be able to:

Identify the main points in a short conversation or explanation.

Answer questions about who, what, when, where why, and how.

Talk about myself in the past, say what I am doing now, and what I want to do in the future.

Ask questions to get information in a range of everyday situations.

Identify what other people think and feel in a simple discussion.

How will I be taught?

The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning

You may be asked to undertake additional work in your own time to support your learning

What kind of feedback can I expect?

A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion

There will be a number of tasks appropriate to your course such as written work, creating art or craft, video, photography or small projects. Some of these may be marked to help you progress

The tutor will also explain what the exam will be like, and they will give you lots of practice so you know what to expect.

What else do I need to know?

A selection of materials and basic equipment will be provided but you are welcome to bring additional materials with you

Official document(s) showing your name, address, date of birth
Certificates for English / English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) qualifications you have.
Paper, pen/pencil to every lesson, folder to put your work in, small notebook.

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

No pre reading or pre course work is required

It is useful if you are already trying to use your English, e.g. talking to neighbours, reading signs, writing short notes or letters, and watching TV in English (maybe with subtitles).

This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority but is also open to residents of other areas.

As a registered charity, and to meet our funders’ requirements, we need to check a few things with you before you book. Please could we ask that you check the list below to ensure you meet our basic criteria:

You are paying the standard fee (with a credit or debit card) or you are on any of the qualifying benefits

You have a valid email address so that you can receive confirmation of your booking